Adventure Holidays In Indonesia |
Indonesia 's rich natural environment is made up of more than 17,000 islands - 6000 of which are inhabited. National parks abound on the islands of Java, Kalimantan , Sumatra , Papua, and Sulawesi , while the western coast of Sumatra boasts a procession of active and extinct volcanoes that march through Bali , Nusa Tenggara, and Java, all the way to northeastern Sulawesi . Most of Indonesia is woodland, forest and mangrove swamp.
ADVENTURE SPORTS IN INDONESIA
Opportunities for diving and snorkelling abound, and surf along the southern coast of virtually all the islands in Nusa Tenggara ensures that windsurfers and surfers don’t miss out. Hiking and trekking through the national parks is not to be missed, and for the more intrepid traveller, jungles offer up adventures. Climbing and hiking spots include mountains and volcanoes.
ADVENTURE SPORTS AREAS AND REGIONS IN INDONESIA
Best spots for water sports
The sea gardens of Sulawesi , particularly around Manado , are legendary, while windsurfing enthusiasts are well catered for in the southern resorts of Bali . Rafting is offered on Bali 's Ayung River , and renowned surf spots include Ulu Watu in Bali , Grajagan in Java and Nias off Sumatra.
Best spots for hiking & trekking
Gunung Leuser National Park , Berastagi and Bukit Lawang are popular trekking centres, while more daring jungle trekking opportunities exist in Kalimantan and Papua.
Best spots for mountaineering & climbing
Gunung Bromo in Java and Agung in Bali are popular day climbs while volcano lovers will enjoy Gunung Rinjani, an arduous but advisable three-day outing.
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